Easy 20-Minute Weeknight Meal (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb protein of choice (chicken breast, tofu, shrimp, or thinly sliced beef)
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 medium carrot, sliced
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½ cup peas
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 tablespoon oil (for cooking)
→ Sauce Ingredients
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3 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
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½ tsp sesame oil (optional)
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½ tsp red pepper flakes or sriracha (optional)
→ Garnish
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1 teaspoon sesame seeds
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
# Instructions:
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Chop all vegetables and protein into bite-sized pieces. Mix the stir-fry sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
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Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the protein and cook for 4-5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan, add another drizzle of oil if needed. Toss in the broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, and peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds.
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Return the cooked protein to the pan. Pour in the stir-fry sauce and stir well. Let cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients.
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Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro. Serve warm over steamed rice or noodles.
# Notes:
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Total Time: 20 minutes
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Versatile recipe with multiple protein options
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Can be served over rice or noodles